John’s 300 favorite songs: 300-291
My friend Chance recently cranked out his 300 favorite songs on his Facebook page, and that inspired me to create my own list. I’ll post 10 songs a day over the next 30 days. Feel […]
One more day until ‘Futurama’ returns and all is right with the world again (TV commentary)
“Futurama” made a habit of exposing — in a funny way — all that was wrong with the world when it ran from 1999-2003 on Fox. But for me and many other “Futurama” fans, all will […]
Catching up with ‘Being Erica’ (TV review)
The great thing about the TV conveniences of the 21st century (Hulu, DVRs and DVDs) is that not only can you watch shows outside of their timeslot, but also you can watch them completely out […]
‘Pandorum,’ ‘Daybreakers,’ ‘Youth in Revolt,’ ‘Kick-Ass’ (Movie reviews)
When you’re hanging out with old friends, watching a movie is often the last resort when looking for something to do. After all, you can’t talk during a movie anyway (at least not too much), […]
State of Television Address: New fall shows (Commentary)
Here’s a look at the noteworthy premieres of the fall season. I’m skipping over the bland sitcoms (even if they’re based on a clever Twitter feed or star Joanna Garcia) and the procedural remakes (“Hawaii […]
State of Television Address: Returning shows (Commentary)
With last week’s “Glee” season capper, we’ve come to the end of the TV year (more or less), and I’m ready for my State of Television Address. Usually it’s a three-parter, but I’ll skip the […]
The inevitable ‘Glee’ backlash: Is it here already? (TV commentary)
A friend of mine recently said he hates “Glee” (the first-season finale will air at 7:59 p.m. Central Tuesday on Fox). He shared his opinion after the episode that featured two KISS songs, and he’s a big […]
Summer movie preview: 10 movies John wouldn’t mind seeing (Commentary)
Sorry I’m late with my summer movie column this year. But at least I’m getting it out by Memorial Day, which used to mark the end of the TV season and the start of the […]
Fond farewell: ‘Lost’ (TV review)
On Tuesday morning, television is going to look a lot worse than it does right now. On Sunday, we’ll say farewell to “Lost,” and on Monday, “10 Things I Hate About You,” “24” and “Law & Order” will bow out. […]
Fond farewell: ‘10 Things I Hate About You’ (TV review)
“10 Things I Hate About You” (7 p.m. Central Monday on ABC Family, one hour) On air: 2009-10, one season Why it was great: For some reason, traditional sitcom humor works for me only if it’s teenagers delivering […]